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Robert Varley Obituary
Arthur and Helen (nee Hagman) Varley and was a local resident since 2000, moving from Mansfield, MA. He worked for Werner Tech/The Dis website. He loved Florida and all things Disney. Surviving is his wife of 28 years, Diana (nee Doe) Varley of the residence and his children Brian Varley and Matt Heffernan both of Clermont and Erin Shirhall and husband Rob and their children Gavin and Mason all of Highland Lakes, NJ, and, many, many friends from all around the world. The memor-ial service for Robert Varley will be held at 3PM on Saturday, May 3, 2008 in the Becker Chapel. The family graciously requests that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be directed to Hospice of the Comforter, 480 W. Central Parkway, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714. BECKER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 806 West Minneola
Avenue, Clermont, FL.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Varley
Sarah
May 25, 2008
I am just heartbroken and will miss Bob on my weekly podcast. It just doesn't seem real....
I will be having a dolewhip in August and will be thinking of you Bob.
Alison Smith
May 13, 2008
In Heaven, Dole Whips have no calories! We miss you Bawb. We are thinking of your family and we are keeping them in our prayers.
Venka Anderson
May 12, 2008
I discovered The Dis Unplugged Podcast in July of 2006, and it has been a weekly fixture in my life ever since. There was a special place in my heart for Bawb, since I too have a boot. I never had the chance to meet him, but if we had, I know I would have had an instant friend.
Monika Poxon
May 11, 2008
Bob will be missed by so many people in this world. My heart goes out to Diana and Bob's children. I'm so, so sorry. This is so sad.
Pat Hughes
May 8, 2008
Godspeed Bob.
Brenda George
May 8, 2008
Bawb, you'll be sorely missed. I've been listening to the Dis podcast almost daily since December catching up on the old as well as the new.It's like an old companion has suddenly disappeared.RIP and hope the Magic lies with you forever!
Ellen Sheehy
May 7, 2008
I just read about Bob's death this morning and though I never met him, I have been sick at heart all day. My deepest condolences go out to Diana and his family, as well as to the DIS unplugged team, and all the DIS listeners for we have all lost a friend. Bob's unlimitless enthusiasm and love for all things Disney were contagious. As a fellow Mass native, I always felt a special kinship with him, never needed a translator, and hoped to find him on my next trip to Disney in September. Bob, I get the "far west end of the parking lot" to view the space shuttle launch and I hope you are up there with Walt himself, learning all the Disney secrets the we are not yet privy to. A million thanks for all the joy you brought us and I hope in heaven Disney World is wide open to you with no crowds or restrictions!
Amanda Dale
May 7, 2008
I just recently started listening to the Podcast, but my heart breaks for Bawb's family. I will sorely miss his commentaries, but most of all, I pray for peace for his family and closest of friends.
marc g
May 7, 2008
hey bawb you are now in a better place but you will be missed here for sure, RIP Bawb
Cheryl Mekarski
May 6, 2008
To Bawb's family - hours and hours of exercise were made enjoyable because my IPOD was full of Bawb's humor and information. He was a treasure.
Katerina Christou
May 6, 2008
I can only echo what others have said so beautifully. I never met Bob, but it feels like I've lost a friend, I've cried like I lost a friend...and I'm just one among many. He was clearly a very special man. A great man.
My heart goes out to his family friends and colleagues, whose grief I can only begin to feel a fraction of from afar.
Melissa Cruz
May 6, 2008
To The Varley Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bawb was truly a one of a kind and will be forever missed my all his DIS friends.
God Bless
Amanda Seger (mandymommy4)
May 6, 2008
Bob, you will be missed! Thanks for being you and making us love you! It makes it that much harder. The Dis will not be the same with out our Bawb and The Kaht.
Becky Specht
May 6, 2008
Bob touched the lives of many people even the ones he didn't meet face to face. He made everyone's day just a little brighter. He was a special man and will be missed.
Cheri Franklin
May 6, 2008
To the Varley Family: My heart goes out to all of you. I so enjoyed "Bawb" on the show. His legacy will live on in the hearts of those he loved so much.
Val Ramsay
May 5, 2008
I shall miss your humour on the podcasts, your adventures on kaht kam, and the clear affection you had for your friends, with whom you just happened to work with too. My sincerest sympathies to Diana and the family, thank you for sharing Bawb with us all. Sleep well Bawb.
Susan Deneen
May 5, 2008
Dear Varley Family,
My deepest condolences and sorrow go out to you. Bob will be greatly missed by so many who listened to the podcast faithfully every week. His enthusiasm was contagious and I can't imagine the podcast without him.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Anita Fresolo
May 5, 2008
Diana & Family;
We were all blessed to have Bawb as part of our weekly lives. The podcast is minus one cast member who, as you know, will be missed deeply. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Bawb but he has made me laugh frequently and always at a time when I needed a good laugh. We here on Earth have lost a special man, but Heaven has gained an angel. My thoughts and prayers are will you all.
Wayne Greiner
May 5, 2008
You made those long delays in airports pass so quickly and I will miss the voice that always made me smile. Enjoy those Dole Whips!!
Neal Eckhardt
May 4, 2008
"Bawb" you will be sorely missed. The podcast will be just a bit empty without you there.
Kris & Larry Pogue
May 4, 2008
I'll miss your smiling, silly podcasts... our thoughts and prayers to Diana and family... Bawb will not be forgotton.
Sharon & Craig Smith
May 4, 2008
Our thoughts & prayers go out to all of Bawb's family & friends. We are of the many listeners who became very close to Bawb each and every week. We feel a great loss with his passing since he was truly a part of our eveyday life. There is now a huge void.
We know that Bawd & Walt are with each other right now.
We will never forget Bawd and he will remain in our hearts forever.
God Bless.
Shawn O'Keefe
May 4, 2008
My week will be minus at least one smile....thank you Bob for the thousands of smiles you did give too me.........GOD BLESS
Jerry Stamey
May 4, 2008
My condolences to Bawb's friends and family. He is a good man that will truly be missed.
Jen Dalton
May 4, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Diana and Family. Bawb brightened many a car rides for me. He will be missed!
Pia
May 4, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Bawb's family and friends. I never had the pleasure of meeting Bawb in person but felt I knew him from all the wonderful podcast and videos. He will be missed.
Sikandar "Alex" Durrani
May 4, 2008
Prayers and best wishes to the Varley family. Bawb will be missed by all of us.
Betty Miserendino
May 4, 2008
Diana and Family..
Thank you for sharing Bob with us.
Heaven needed another angel.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers thru this difficult time.
He will be greatly missed
Heather Marie Drummond
May 3, 2008
Although I never met Bawb, he brought a smile to my face each week. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Kelsie & Sarah Johnson
May 3, 2008
Rest in Peace my friend. We will miss you.
Diana, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Mary Jo Mellado Willey
May 3, 2008
I will miss Bawb. He is special. I have some fond memories of him, especially a most cherished birthday greeting he sent me where he "danced" for my birthday via email.
My deepest condolences to his family and closest friends, and may the knowledge that so many people admire and care for Bob give you some comfort.
God Bless,
Mary Jo, Nick, & Kelly
Katie P
May 3, 2008
Bawb I will truly miss you I never knew you but every week I would look foward to listening to the Podcast with you. You always made me laugh and brought the disney sprit into my life. You made adults laugh and also teenagers like me. The dis will never be the same without you but we will always know that you are there in sprit. Bawb thankyou for making the dis a better place
R. Tobe
May 3, 2008
My condolences to all. Bob touched so many people like me, through the Podcast and DISboards. Although I never met him in person his kind spirit will be missed. RIP Bawb.
Joe OKane
May 3, 2008
Bob you are already missed. Thank you for all the joy you brought into my life. I truly looked forward to the pod cast and shared your love of Disney. I know I will continue to look for you in the parks and I know I will always feel your presence when I am there. Thank you Bob.
Donna Hunt
May 3, 2008
Diana, Brian, Matt, and Erin,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Bawb was a good man and a great neighbor. Sorry we can't be with you in person but our thoghts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. Remembering all the good memories you have had over the years will help comfort all of you.
Donna, Philip, Phil and Joe
Dulce Perez
May 3, 2008
I never knew Bawb personally, but to me he was a close friend. I’ve listened to the Dis podcast for over a year, and it just feels like everyone is close to me. I don’t know if I make any sense, to feel so much for a person I never knew before. My husband, family and closest friends don’t understand my sadness. I will truly miss him. My prayers go to the family and close friends.
Tom Blackburn
May 3, 2008
As one of the many listeners to the DIS Unplugged show who have never personally met Bob, my family and I have been touched by him through the show. We are all deeply saddened by his passing and will keep him in our memories forever. We all hoped to meet him in the parks one day and will keep him alive in spirit when we visit. My sincerest condolences to the Varley family and the extended DIS community over this great loss.
karen oleary
May 3, 2008
Diana and Family, Please be assured we are with you always. God brought you this far, He wont abonden you now, and neither will we. Love Jenni-Leigh, Lindsey, and Karen.
Stephen Shea
May 3, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Bob. Listening to him every week on the Podcast with the gang made it feel like I was back home with my brothers and sisters joking and goofing around. Teasing and laughing at and with each other was a daily happening growing up. It reminded me of the fun, simpler days.
Being from Mass., it was great to hear someone with that dinstinctive Bawston accent. It drives everybody else around the country nuts, except if you are from here. God speed Bob, and bless your family and friends.
leigha brown
May 3, 2008
I am one of the many people who never met Bob but feel like I've known him for years. My sister and I have both shed many tears to the disbelief of our family members. I can't explain our grief myself except to say that we feel like we've lost someone close to us. To know that someone who made us so happy is now gone continues to make us cry and I can only begin to imagine how you feel. I just wanted to let you know that he meant a great deal to so many, many people and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thanks for sharing such a great guy with us!
Bronson Grooms
May 3, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to Bob's family. He recently became an integral part of my week through the DIS podcast. Just last week, I thought about all of the cajoling that Kevin gave Bob and I thought to myself: "I think Bob and I would have gotten along just great." because it seemed that he and I thought alot alike.
You will be sorely missed Bob! God Bless You!!
L Chase (Miss Missy)
May 3, 2008
To Diana, Brian,Matt and Erin,
Your loving Bawb was the kind of person who made you want to be a better person yourself. :)
I am very sad I never had the honor of meeting him in person. I will always think of him while on the DIS, when listening to the podcast and while in "The World." His memory will carry on, his spirit will live on in all of you and all that he loved. You will find his memory on the Unplugged board in all of us, I promise!
I sure hope WDW has a big supply of Dole Whips!! Having my first one ever next trip-for Bawb.
I bet he is talking it up with Walt and maybe riding him around on Kart Kahm. He has a lot to tell Walt about, so many things Bawb can fill Walt in about, and I am sure he will too.
Bawb will NEVER be forgotten, I promise. ((((((hugs to you all))))))
Baloo =0) from the DIS
May 3, 2008
Bob had such a wonderful sense of humor and imagination. From Sheriff Wilderness to meeting him and his buddy Harold.Whenever I see Tinkerbell fly I'll think of Bawb! That was a pretty funny story! The image I have in my mind of him in green tights and a tutu makes me LOL right now! You...and Harold... will always be a good memory in Erich and I's life...thank you Bawb for making us laugh. Rest in Peace.
Denise Ezell
May 2, 2008
What a joy it was to listen to Bob on the podcasts! He will truly be missed. We wish peace and love to the Varley family. May The Lord's blessings be with you through this difficult time.
Gina
May 2, 2008
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Disboard Member
Tara Dibona
May 2, 2008
Bawb was an amazing person who could always make you smile... I am one of the many who never had the pleasure of meeting him but he will continue to live on through all of the lives he touched... You are all in out thoughts and prayers.
The DiBona Family
Samantha
May 2, 2008
I never knew Bob personally, but as a faithful listener to the podcast, I feel like I'm losing an old friend. Bob was loved by many and he will be truly missed.
Nicole Riley
May 2, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Varley family. I know that to so many of us, we feel like we have lost a great friend, one that we never met face to face. Bob will live in our hearts forever.
Checkwriter
May 2, 2008
Bob was a true original, and a very lucky man. He followed his dream to Orlando, and loved life. He will be missed but never forgotten. May God bless him, his family, and his friends.
Dan Fronckowiak
May 2, 2008
I'm an agent with Dreams. While I never met Bob, I felt like I knew him. My deepest sympathy to his biological family, and DIS family.
Ann Toback
May 2, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Varley family and friends. Listening to Bob each week was such a joy to me and clearly thousands like me. Bob was such a unique and special man, his warmth and kindness came through each week on the podcast show. Hearing him was a great joy. He will be greatly missed.
Ruth, Jason Jennifer Clinkscales
May 2, 2008
We will alway remember General Bob and the great times we shared with him and all,of you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.Sorry we can't be with you tomorrow but we will be thinking of all of you.We love you.We are all just so sad.
Amy Moggio
May 2, 2008
Bob, you will be greatly missed. I loved waking up tuesday morning and listening to the podcast and hearing all the bickering of you and kevin. It showed a real brother like friendship and im glad i got to listen to you every week. You were a great asset to the company and you will be greatly missed. RIP Bawb.
Mary Lou
May 2, 2008
My condolences to the family and friends of a man who touched so many people and brought laughter to our days. Bob will be missed.
Dodie
May 2, 2008
I wish to express my deepest sympathy to all of Bob's family and friends during this time. Like so many others, I never met Bob, but, through the miracle of modern technology, I feel as if I have lost someone very close to me. I'll miss his posts on www.disboards.com and his laughter and mischief on the DIS Unplugged podcast. I am sincerely saddened at the passing of this genuine, honest, playful man.
Jen R. (PixiePowered)
May 2, 2008
I, too, never met Bob. But hearing his voice twice a week made him feel like a dear friend. He offered so much, to so many. Bob will be dearly missed.
My deepest sympathies to the Varley family, the Podcast crew and all the Dis-ers that knew him. May beautiful memories give you strength during this difficult time.
Kathy Clawson
May 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with Diana, Brian, and the entire Varley family, as well as the Podcast Crew. Though I only met Bob briefly at a Podcast meet, I am among the many who considered him a friend.
His kindness and humor will live on in all of us. I am grateful to have known him through the podcast.
Elizabeth Botelho
May 2, 2008
Bob, you were very good to my niece and nephew, and for that I will always be grateful.
Tony
May 2, 2008
To the varley family
My deepest sympathy to you during your time in need . I would just like to let you know bob was has touched may people with his wisdom of all things Disney . For that I will not forget him.
god bleas your family and frinds during your time at need
Jennifer Darling Belcastro
May 2, 2008
Words cannot alone express how sorry we are to hear about Bobs passing. It seems like not long ago that Erin and I became friends. I was very thankfull that Erin welcomed me into her familys lives. Dispite not seeing Bob in years I do remember how silly he was and how aggravated Erin would get at times...which made me chuckle..
Jim and I are truley sorry for your loss Erin, Dianne, Brian and Matt.
Love
Jennifer and Jim Belcastro
Kendall Pelham
May 2, 2008
RIP Bawb, we'll miss you man.
John Gutknecht
May 2, 2008
I never knew Bob, but he touched my life in such a personal way through his work on the DisUnplugged. The very real friendship that he had with the members of the DisUnplugged team came through loud and clear. I feel like Bob was part of my family and I'll miss him terribly.
Jason
May 2, 2008
Like most on the DIS boards, I loved "Bawb" without ever having had the privilege of meeting him. I have often heard that our wealth can best be measured by those we touched. By this measure, Bawb was indeed a very rich man. He helped make many people's lives brighter with his humor, his sincerity, and his dedication to others.
After my father passed three years ago, I learned of many things he had done for others without telling any of us. The outpouring of love and appreciation for him was wonderful and more than I expected. His humble service to his fellow man made me decide to emulate his actions that I might leave the world a better place. It's obvious Bawb did. I hope that the outpouring of love on the boards and here is some small comfort to you and your loved ones.
Kim Barron
May 2, 2008
To Diana and all of the Family
I never met Bawb in person. But I felt of him as a friend through the Podcast. I was so looking forward to meeting him in the parks on my next trip. I was going to be keeping my eyes peeled to find him. I knew I would meet him on the cruise, but I couldn't wait that long. He was a kind and funny man and even though the rest of the podcast crew ragged on him, I knew they all loved him and it made the rest of us love him too. You have my deepest sympathies at the loss of your husband and father and friend.
marcellina west
May 2, 2008
Even though I never met you Bob, you felt like an old friend that I could count on to brighten up my day whenever I listened to you. We will all miss you so very much and the podcast just won't be the same without you. Much love to you and may your family and friends find comfort knowing how much you are loved.
Mark & Mary Gums
May 2, 2008
Our deepest condolences to all of Bawb's family. We never had the pleasure to meet Bawb personally but as part of the DIS family know the sorrow of this loss.
Carolyn, Olivia, Jeff, Sharon Ambrose
May 2, 2008
Another DisUnplugged podcast fanatic family, "knowing" Bob for two years, and we are deeply saddened by this great lost of a wonderful person.
Rob Raredon
May 2, 2008
My greatest sympathies during this time. May God grant you just what you need in a way only he can.
I never met Bob. I only listened to him weakly on the podcasts. I will say this, I was very much looking forward to meeting him someday. He seemed so friendly. I suppose I will have to wait to meet him. I will miss his laugh and enthusiasm.
Erica Colmenares
May 2, 2008
I have learned to love Bob through the DIS:Unplugged. He will sincerely be missed.
The Halls
May 2, 2008
To the Varley family and all his loved ones,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you, may you find some comfort in knowing how much love and happiness Bawb has given to everyone who knew him!
He will be missed!
Melenie Dailey
May 2, 2008
I was another person who "met" Bob thru the DIS boards and the podcast. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends. I had contacted Bob regarding some golf questions for my husband for an upcoming trip. Bob was quick to respond with the information I needed, some excellent advice and the offer to golf with my husband. I believe Bob never met a stranger.
May God comfort and keep you during this difficult time.
Melenie (Livi'sMom)
Heather S
May 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers have been with Bob's family and friends since I found out. I am a podcast listener. I've never met Bob... but like so many others... felt like he was a friend that was always making me laugh and smile. I enjoyed how much his love for his friends, family, and all things Disney were so crystal clear in everything that he said on the show.
He will be missed greatly...
katie
May 2, 2008
Bawb you are a great soul. with all the love in your heart I know you have touched many people. In your memory we will nap,drink dole whips and Highlight all the passages in our life that are most important! We love you!!!
Debbie and Joel Waldon
May 2, 2008
Diana, matt, Erin and Brian:
We love you guys and think of you daily. You are all in our prayers!
The waldons
Sondra (fakereadhed)
May 1, 2008
If the measure of a successful life is impacting others in a profound way, Bob was an over-achiever. His love of life, family, and friends came across loud and clear on the DISUnplugged. I can't put into words how much his goofy antics and kindness toward others has impacted me.
He will be sorely missed.
Maggi P
May 1, 2008
"When you follow your bliss... doors will open where you would not have thought there would be doors; and where there wouldn't be a door for anyone else." -- Joseph Campbell.
Bawb not only followed his bliss, but he shared it with all of us. The Varley family and Bawb's extended family on the DIS will be in my thoughts and prayers.
N. Powe
May 1, 2008
To The Varley Family,
May the peace of God that passes all understanding guard your hearts and minds. I am sure you know that "Bawb" touched the world with his warm personality and is greatly missed.
Randy Wombacher
May 1, 2008
I am so sorry. I never met Bob but listened to him every week on the podcast. I will miss him greatly, he would make me smile as I listened to him. He will really be missed.
M Lovejoy
May 1, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Varley family. You are all in my most heartfelt thoughts and prayers. Bob made such a great impact to the Disney community and nobody will ever be able to replace him. Take care, The Lovejoy Family (alaskanmommy)
Kris
May 1, 2008
Bob, you will missed greatly.
To the Varley Family, my prayers and heart are with you.
Sophie Sharpe
May 1, 2008
My heartfelt condolences to the Varley family, and to all Bawb's friends.
I never had the opportunity to meet Bawb in person, but his personality shone so brightly through his voice on the podcast that it honestly feels that I knew him well.
I only recently began to listen to the show, but even in such a short space of time Bawb brightened up lonely nights for me and caused commuters on trains to give me strange looks as the tears of laughter poured down my cheeks.
I hope Bawb is enjoying his new life, seeing how much joy he spread throughout the world and getting to spend eternity doing the things he loved best.
My prayers are with him, and all who knew and loved him.
susan fasino
May 1, 2008
Diana, Brian, Matt, Erin,
May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time. We are sorry for your loss. Your all in our thoughts and prayers. Love from your old friends from mansfield ma, the fasino family
Garland Owensby
May 1, 2008
Thank you Bob for all you contributed to the Disney community. You will be sorely missed by all of the friends who met you and those who just know your voice.
Erin Rogers
May 1, 2008
I give my deepest condolences to Bob’s family and friends. Though I never met Bob in person, I truly feel as though I’ve lost a dear friend. Twice a week, Bob brought the magic of Disney alive on the DIS Unplugged podcast. Bob’s joy for life, love of family and friends, sense of humor, and kind, caring heart were so evident and have touched my life and the lives of so many others. He makes me want to be a more caring, loving person. Bob seemed to go out of his way to always offer a helping hand. He always brought a smile to my face, and I will miss him very much.
Rich Ostry (WDWOwner)
May 1, 2008
I started the "Bob for President" thing, he would have made all us very proud. Thanks for making us laugh, and for just being "Bawb".
He never will be far away, I can always go back and listen to him (on the podcasts) any time I want!
Dan McCarty
May 1, 2008
Bawb made me laugh listening to the DIS Podcast. I'm sure he rode up to the Pearly Gates with the Khat Cam and St Peter just waved him on through. Right now he is on a ride, eating a DoleWhip or talking to Walt!
Thanks for laugh's Bawb!
Anna
May 1, 2008
Bob,
I am all to familiar with this website. I'm sure by now you've met my best friend, Lori. I told her to come introduce herself to you and Walt (because I know you are with him right now).
The unexpected is what can change peoples lives forever. But I know for a fact that you changed peoples lives just by being the loving guy we knew. Corey and Julie loved you so much and would speak of you often in random conversation. I also enjoyed your company when we would see each other - always giving me a laugh! Everyone was looking forward to the live podcast this weekend, but now we can look forward to celebrating you and the life you lived and the better life to come in Heaven. By reading the boards, you have touched lives around the world, Bob. What a life!? You are a person that will never be replaced or forgotten. We will keep your memory alive!
Please comfort your loved ones and let them know you are there. Visit them often in dreams and talk to them. You have already been in one of my dreams!
You will be missed but always know you are loved, Bawb!
Love,
Corey's Sis
Ron Adams (Grumpyfan)
May 1, 2008
I'll miss hearing Pete and the others pick on "Bawb" on the Disunplugged. He was always a trooper about their fun ribbing, but I also enjoyed just listening to the way he talked.
My condolences and prayers to "Dianer" and the rest of the family.
Shannon Schinkus
May 1, 2008
I am so sorry. I never met Bob but listened to him every week on the DisUnplugged. You could tell he had a heart of gold. He will really be missed.
Jennifer Nace
May 1, 2008
I really enjoyed listening to Bawb on the DISunplugged podcast. His "Bawbisms" always made me laugh.
I'll be enjoying a Dole Whip each and every time we visit WDW and thinking of him.
God Bless.
DVCsince 02
Tricia (farmergirl) Lozinsky
May 1, 2008
Dear Varley Family and Friends.
I never met Bawb personally but yet he brought so much joy and laughter to my husband and I every week. If I may I would like to share a few words.... We looked so forward to listening to Bawb and the rest of the gang every Tuesday and Wednesday. Bob picked my email and voicmails which one was about golfing and invited us on the show to contact him on our upcoming trip down to WDW for a round of "BAWB Golf." My husband and I were so excited it felt like we were going to meet a freind. Which goes to show the kind of man Bawb really was. He was willing to take time out of his busy day to spend it with complete strangers just to make our vacation a little more special. He was such a generous person. He touched so many lives in so many ways. We will forever miss hearing Bawbs Voice every week. Many tears were shed in our home when we heard the news about Bawb's passing. Tears shed for a man we have never had the pleasure of meeting. What a true gift Bawb had to be able to connect with so many people and bring laughter and joy into people's home week after week. It truely was like turning on your IPod and hearing a close friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you that loved Bawb so dearly. We will miss you Bawb.
Laurie Fernandes (cruisinpenguin)
May 1, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all at this very sad time. I never met Bob, but loved hearing the podcast (while at work) and waiting to hear what Bob would say. He truely made me laugh to a computer screen! He will be missed no question. My best to his family and friends especially the podcast team. I am truely sorry for your great lost.
Alexandria Gruender
May 1, 2008
My heart is saddened to hear of the passing of a much loved man. My family and I loved our time listening to him on the Dis Unplugged podcast. My prayers to the family, friends and all who were touched by him.
Jamie F
May 1, 2008
My heartfelt condolences to all who loved "Bawb." Even though I never had the privilege of meeting him in person, his weekly Podcasts always brought smiles to my face.
FourFoxesInPA
Liz Thynge
May 1, 2008
My husband and I have never met Bob but we listened to him on the DISunplugged podcast every week. He touched our lives in a special way from one person to another who loved all things Disney. His kind and gentle soul will be truely missed.
Love The Thynge Family aka IWISHFORDISNEY on the boards.
Betsy Cameron
May 1, 2008
While I never met "Bawb" in person, I felt like I knew him as I listened to each week's podcast. I'll miss his warmth & humor. His "Kaht Kam" videos are a true treasure for us all. My thoughts and prayers are with the Varley family, the podcast crew, and all of Bob's friends. May your memories bring you comfort and peace.
Sarah Simons
May 1, 2008
Our deepest condolences go out to the Varley family and friends. Bob touched everyone he came in contact with in such a special way. He was a plethora of insight & advice with a special soul.
Dawn T. (Tinkerpooh)
May 1, 2008
I am another DisUnplugged fan that never met Bawb, but looked forward to hearing him and his buddies every week while I worked. I am going to miss all the Bawb-isms, "empty" props, and mispronounced words! I send my heartfelt prayers and support to all those who loved Bob and that will have to go on without his wonderful spirit in their daily lives. It is hard for me and I never met him. God Bless
Lynne R
April 30, 2008
Dear Mrs. Varley and "Bawb's" many friends - I am so sorry for your loss and hope it gives you some small comfort to know how much joy and happiness he brought to our lives. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Michelle Wooden
April 30, 2008
Bawb, we love you. We know that where you are there is nothing but joy and hapiness. Although are hearts are sad, we are uplifted knowing that where you are, there is always Disney magic. Thank you Bawb, for bringing so much joy to so many people.
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